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Giles Nelson, defending Holmes, said his client came from a difficult background and was still only 18.

Simon Goodman, defending Ivers, said Ivers was remorseful and knew he had to pay the consequences of his actions.

DI Jane Wigmore, of Bristol Investigations, said: “Louis Holmes went on a spree of violence and destruction that night which left five men with stab injuries.

Louis Holmes stabbed five men in a city centre rampage, leaving one paralysed

“Jamie Ivers helped Holmes by driving him from away from the Dojo Lounge towards Clifton in a dangerous manner, narrowly missing pedestrians at a set of traffic lights on the way.

“The assault charge relates to Ivers punching a taxi driver in the face as part of their bid to escape the police.

“When Holmes was arrested he was found in possession of a blue lock knife which was forensically linked to three of the victims. Blood found on Holmes’ coat linked him to one of the other victims.

“The silver Mini used in this incident was later set alight in Chelsea Park, Easton, causing damage to other cars parked nearby and surrounding properties. No-one has been charged in connection with this.

Knife seized by police in investigation into Louis Holmes who stabbed five people

“I’d like to thank all of the victims for helping our investigation team piece together the events of that night and for their ongoing support despite their own individual ordeals. I’d also like to praise the members of the public who helped at the scene of the incidents, especially the person who gave first aid to Dan Curtis.

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“Dan will never fully recover from the injuries he suffered and is now confined to a wheelchair. His courage and strength of character has been an inspiration to all of us.

“The investigation team have gone above and beyond the call of duty, working around-the-clock to secure justice for the victims. I’d like to publically thank every officer and staff member who contributed to this complex investigation.

“Holmes went out armed with a knife that evening and the trail of violence he embarked on as a result of carrying that weapon is horrifying. At the age of 18 he has already thrown his life away as a direct result of his actions that night.

“There are still too many young people willing to carry knives and as a Force we are committed to continue educating on the dangers of carrying weapons and the true impact of knife crime on individuals, families and communities.”

If you’re a young person and know someone who carries a knife, but are nervous about talking to the police, you can contact Fearless (youth arm of Crimestoppers) anonymously.